SO 245 - Civil Society and Democracy:What Makes Democracy Tick

Institution:

Colorado College

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How are the actions of millions of people simultaneously meeting, talking, and interacting coordinated How do these actions contribute to the democratic fabric of society Civil Society, that sphere of the social world that is neither the market nor the state, bears considerably on the character of democracy. Civil society encompasses such diverse organizations as political parties and 4-H clubs, but always consists of people voluntarily coming together. This course exposes students to major theoretical debates surrounding the "democratizing promise" of civil society. Students will link theory and practice by observing and comparing different local associations. Prerequisite: One 100 level Sociology course. (Not offered 2008-09.) 1 unit.

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.coloradocollege.edu

Phone Number:

(719) 389-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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